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CKG → LYA
Which side of the plane to sit from Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (Chongqing) to Luoyang Airport (Luoyang)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft offers a more dramatic view of China's major geographic divides, specifically the majestic Qinling Mountains and the winding path of the Yellow River on the final approach into Luoyang.
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Jialing River Curves
Immediately after takeoff from Chongqing, observe the deep emerald curves of the Jialing River carving through the northern hilly terrain.
Daba Mountains
Fly over the rugged peaks of the Daba Mountains, which form a natural barrier between the Sichuan Basin and the Han River valley.
The Qinling Divide
Witness the massive Qinling Mountain range, the official geographic boundary between North and South China, often featuring distinct cloud formations.
The Yellow River
On the descent, enjoy a spectacular view of the silty, dragon-like path of the Yellow River as it flows through the loess plateaus.
Xiaolangdi Reservoir
Identify the massive Xiaolangdi Dam and its sprawling turquoise reservoir just northwest of Luoyang city.
Choose a window seat on the left (A) for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight glare and capture the best shadows on the Qinling ridges. On the final approach, keep your camera ready for the contrast between the yellow river water and the surrounding green agricultural fields. Winter flights offer a higher chance of seeing snow-capped peaks in the Qinling range.
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Yangtze River Distant Views
Glimpse the upper reaches of the Yangtze River reservoir area to the east shortly after departure from Chongqing.
Funiu Mountains
Survey the dense forests and biodiversity of the Funiu Mountains, the eastern extension of the Qinling range.
Nanyang Basin
View the vast agricultural plains of the Nanyang Basin stretching out toward the horizon.
Longmen Grottoes Area
As the plane aligns for landing, look for the Yi River valley where the famous UNESCO World Heritage Longmen Grottoes are located south of the city.
For afternoon flights, the right side (F or K) provides better natural lighting of the mountain ranges without the sun shining directly into the window. Look for the distinct change in topography as the mountains give way to the North China Plain. Visibility is often better in autumn when the haze over the Henan plains is minimized.
Book Hotels in LuoyangDistance: 777 km (483 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 18 min
Departure: CKG (29.719200134277344, 106.64199829101562)
Arrival: LYA (34.741100311299995, 112.388000488)
Route Type: Domestic
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